Courses and Classes

One of the greatest joys of Thailand, and especially Samui, is the superb cuisine. abundant and , combined with a growing number of European restaurants, the choice is immense. It is easy to eat sumptuously for little more than 200 Baht per person.

Learn how to cook Thai food

The Traditional way to eat Thai food is to share several different dishes at same time, enabling each dinner to discover al many different flavors as possible. One spoonful of one dish at a time, ladled onto a plate of steaming fragrant rice (Khao Plow), helps to keep the flavors distinct, while a sip of Chinese tea (Cha Jin) in between mouthfuls helps to prepare the taste buds for the next exhilarating experience.

If your interest is simply in learning more about what goes into Thai dishes in order to enhance your knowledge and enjoyment when dining out, don't hesitate to join us.

More information click here to Thai cooking class

Learn how to fruit carving

In the fruit carver's skilled hands and using a small and very sharp pointed knife, an ordinary papaya or pumpkin is turned into a bouquet of flowers, a radish becomes a tiny rabbit or daisy or a carrot a rare orchid. Almost any kind of fruit or vegetable can be used.

The carver must understand the texture of each and use its natural colour to imitate that of the chosen subject. Not all the carvings are as small as a flower; a large round watermelon becomes a richly decorated and lidded bowl to be used as a container for fruit salad. The green outer skin is cut away to make a pattern in relief of flowers or even characters in Thai literature. Fruit and Vegetable Carving Courses

Learn Thai kick boxing

A visit to this exciting country wouldn't be complete without seeing its national sport. The pre-fight rituals and the traditional music throughout are as much part of the event as the fights themselves.

Widely considered to be the world most dangerous martial art, Thai boxing is a superb example of the speed, grace and discipline required in such sports.

The only permanent stadium on Samui is in Chaweng just off the road leading to the Reggae Pub. Boxing matches are help every Monday and Friday at 9:00 pm. (map T10)

Learn diving

Diving Paradise Thailand: Koh Samui KO SAMUI - KO TAO - KO PHANGAN - PHUKET PHI PHI - Angthong Marine National Park Koh Samui and Koh Tao are a divers paradise with beautiful coral reefs. On this pages you will find links to local diving operators and dive tours. For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact diving@sawadee.com

Learn saling

There are plenty of remote bays for shelter where you can find soft sandy beaches and a big variety of underwater life with colorful coral reefs which is one of the highlights on every boat trip!

There is a good number of daysailors, dhingies and especially catamarans available at major beaches like Chaweng and Meanam.

For day and overnight cruising to the neighboring islands, there are a growing number of charter boats available. SAMUI OCEAN SPORTS and the sailing boat "AELEUTHERIA" are the two main charter operators on the island.

Sailing around the Samui archipel is a unique experience and for sure one of the prime sites to go sailing!

Hash House Harriers (running)

Join Samui' s expats on their fortnightly fun run through jungles, up mountains and along beaches-with a few beers after.

What is "HASHING" ?

The hash run is designed for a group of individuals (normally referred to as the "Pack" or "Hash") to follow a trail (true or false) of two or three other individuals (normally referred to as the "Hares") from a start point to a finish point.

The distance varies from 7-10 km and the finishing point is usually the starting point, though not always so.

Some runs are called "Bus runs" . In this case, all runners will either start off the run and continue until some far off end point. There, there will be the welcome sight of a bus and beer to bring the pack back to the starting point (Bus Back Run). Alternatively, the runners will be bussed to a far away starting point run back to the meeting point which then becomes the end point.

Most times the run is set in the a few hours before the run. If it is an evening run the hares will set it sometime in the early afternoon.

Meeting Point

Everyone interested in joining the run should show up at the meeting point in Lamai, the Red Fox Pub. Transportation will leave at 1530h so make sure to be there at around 1500h. The registration fee is 200Baht for visitors and 100Baht if you joined at least 3 runs.

Golfing (driving range only), mini golf

Where your different health relaxation begins. Samui Golf Club & Driving Range is the only golf club on Koh Samui. It is beautiful located in the hillside amidst unspoiled nature. They offer you a 250 yard driving range and putting green. they also have professional golf teachers for your convenience. So while taking care your health in a relaxing way you can also improve your golf.

Samui Mini Golf

Treasure Island adventure golf course has 18 holes full of adventure. Open from 11a.m. to midnight, its fun for all ages. Located in Chaweng, behind Gringos restaurant.

Samui Golf Club & Driving Range

A unique atmosphere that will enchant you and your family. No matter you come alone or in a group Samui Golf Club & Driving Range is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing time in nature.

The Golf Pro Shop offers all kinds of golf equipment and accessories for rent or sale under professional guidance.

The exquisite restaurant with a great view, private rooms and arrangements for group activities, offers international and Thai cuisine and the freshest seafood prepared to your liking.

Samui Golf Club & Driving Range

123/1 Moo1, Bophut,
Koh Samui 84320 (Thailand)
Tel : +66 77 245 236-9
Fax : +66 77 425 342

Water Sports

It's the place to be if you want to be active in or above the sparkling blue sea. Samui is happy to offer you all kinds of water sport facilities as well as sailboat cruises for various day and overnight tours to the neighboring islands.

Diving

Koh Samui and Koh Tao are a divers paradise with beautiful coral reefs. On this pages you will find links to local diving operators and dive tours. For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact diving@sawadee.com and Diving Operators.

Sailing

Enjoy sailing in the tropics. Discover beautiful coastlines, visit remote waterfalls, viewpoints and the underwater life by boat!! We offer you an individual sailing experience on a 26ft. sailing boat with max. 4 guests on board!! The perfect trip for honeymooners!! Our sailboat charter is an individual boat trip for maximum 4 persons on board to the nearby islands; Koh Phangan, the Marine Park and Koh Tao. On overnight trips, which give the whole cruise a more adventurous touch, we do jungle walks on the islands, go kayaking and prepare delicious BBQs on the beach. For this reason we would like to plan the trip with you when you are on Koh Samui but of course you can book by contacting us at kunta45@hotmail.com

Canoeing / Kayaking

Kayaking in the emerald waters off Koh Samui can provide some of the best memories of your vacation to Koh Samui. Take a half day guided kayak and snorkel tour around remote islands off Samui. Snorkeling on the reef and remote beach landing with refreshments makes it a real experience!

Fishing

Fishing can be found off the waters of Koh Samui. There are many companies that can organize a trip or tour for you.

Others (samuioceansports.com)

We offer you environmental friendly water sports such as Sailing Windsurfing Cat sailing etc. For more information, pictures and highlights please visit sailing-in-samui.com

Koh Samui - Beaches

Maenam:

Maenam is one of the islands more secluded and private beachs. You'll find smooth powdery sand and calm clear waters (if there is no wind) making it very inviting and perfect for swimming. Although the Maenam is on the north of the island, the beach faces to the north and east. Diving and windsurfing centers are located in Maenam. There are a number of small intimate restaurants in the village.

Maenam village remains relatively unspoiled even today. Some of the wooden houses and shops are over 70 years old. A leisurely stroll along the street gives you a good opportunity to appreciarte the unique character of Maenam. There are a number of shops here you may want to visit.

Bo Phut:

Located on the north of the island between Maenam and Big Buddah Beach is another one of Samui's finer beaches. Bophut is also one of Samui's more established settlements. It remains a charming fishing village that has changed very litlte over the years. Today, Bo Phut attracts many young couples and famlies and the village itself retains that quite fishing village image. Several of the old, wooden, seafront shophouses have been transformed into delightful restaurants, keeping Bo Phut's character intact. Other shophouses continue to operate as they have for years, serving the local residents and fishermen.

Bo Phut Beach offers some three kilometers of smooth white sand, and the tranquility of the bay makes this a popular spot for relaxing. The narrow beach road leads from the pier westward past resorts, restaurants and local shops. At night this area is known for its charming and romantic atmosphere. Bophut is perfect for a little privacy and a quiet nighttime stroll on the beach.

Big Buddha:

Big Buddha Beach is located in the Northeast corner of Samui. It gets its name for the view of the Big Golden Buddha, beginning in Bophut village extending down to the Big Buddha shrine. The beach here is dotted with bungalows and restaurants and a couple of bars and shops along the road.

Although the beach is quite narrow, it is very quiet and fringed with palm trees along its two-kilometer streach. The waters are calm if somewhat shallow. A pier is located on Big Buddha Beach which is scheduled to take trips to Koh Pha Ngan. There are also several places where speedboat services are available.

The Big Buddha shrine is approx. twelve-meters tall sitting out on an islet that is connected to Samui by causeway. The Big Buddha is the focal point of the area even though there is no town as such nearby. Within the temple grounds there are shops and restaurants. The Big Buddha complex opens early and closes at sunset each day.

Choeng Mon:

Choeng Mon Beach is located in the Northeast corner of the island after Big Buddha beach. It is secluded and spans about one-kilometer on the eastern shores of the island. The water here is calm and offers excellent conditions for couples and families who want to get away from it all.

Choeng Mon can be reached by driving past Big Buddha from the north or by following the beach road out of Chaweng This is a very remote and quiet part of Koh Samui. There are several small coves and bays within the area, some of which have been developed, into self-contained resorts.

There is no central village, but there are several small shops along the road.

Chaweng:

Chaweng was once a quant fishing village frequented by a handful of backpackers. Since the mid 1980's the beach has been transfored into a an international tourist destination.

Chaweng beach does retains some of that exotic image with tall coconut plams and white powdery sand and shallow waters even though it has become home to a diverse selection of hotels, resorts, guesthouses, shops, bars, and restaurants.

Along this seven kilometer stretch can be found some of the island's best accommodation. Nestled in-between the numerous hotels and guesthouse are beach bars restaurants, discos and shops. In recent years it has blossomed into the island's second largest town, and is a magnet for visitors from all over the island.

Food lovers will find many choices of food available. Most restaurants offer a mix of Thai and western foods. There are many authentic German, Italian, Chinese, Swiss and other establishments, which are operated and managed by foreigners who have made Samui their home. The range of food selection and the number of offerings of the many restaurants is mind-boggling !
Chaweng offers the largest number of dive shops and many organize night dives off the beach. Wave runners, para-sailing, canoes, catamarans, and other waters sports are available here.

Luckly, despite the growth and number of visitors to Chaweng Beach, it still maintains the classic image of a palm-fringed tropical beach.

Lamai:

The beach is wider then Chaweng and the waters deeper making it good for swimming although it can be quite rough during the monsoons. The beach is not as shady as Chaweng and the water is generally cooler because of the deeper waters.

Lamai is a good location for younger couples and the singles crowd. The choice for eating and drinking is varied. Inexpensive prices for food and drink are readily available in Lamai. The best way to discover Lamai is by walking around the area and enjoying the sights.

Within Lamai itself there is a small museum at the old monastery complex. There are a number of gyms offering Thai boxing lessons, along with many dive shops. Near by are several health spas and meditation centers to cater to your personal comforts.

Beyond the beach road there are groves of banana and coconut plantations. Toward the interior there are trails for hiking and dirt bikes. Head slightly south of Lamai for the famous Grandfather and Grandmother natural rock formations.

Hua Thanon:

Further up from Laimai is Hua Thanon, a predominately rocky beach whose waters are quite shallow and is lined with coconut palms.

Hua Thanon is on the eastern side of the Island. It is home to the largest fishing village and offers a mixture of cultures. The village running along the main road is more Chinese whilst the village along the beach is predominately Muslim.

Hua Thanon is a bustling area serving local residents. This makes it culturally rewarding for those wanting to see more of the traditional Samui.

You can find it situated where the Ring Road turns west and north towards Nathon.

Look for many traditional Thai houses in the coconut groves on the side roads and trails around Hua Thanon. Also of interest are local craft and woodworking shops along the Ring Road, as well as several artist galleries.

The village proper, looks out on Na Kai Bay, which is noted for its colorful collection of fishing boats. The beach area, where the fishermen live, is lined with fishing boats. Depending upon the time of day, the traffic from these boats can be quite noisy.

There are only resorts tucked in among the palm trees on either side of the fishing village. The resorts here provide more of a self-contained environment.

Taling Ngam:

The area of Taling Ngam is situated at the southern point of Koh Samui. It features the most secluded bays on the island. The main road makes a sharp turn north where you turn off. From there it is another two and a half kilometers to the shore.

The short and secluded beach here is completely palm lined. To the south is the large coconut covered mountain, which marks the end of the bay.

Phangka Bay also known as Emerald cove is private, isolated and secluded. The water here is quite shallow and calm. A perfect bay for playing in the sea. The view from the beach is to the west which offers and outstanding view of the sunsets. In the distance are the five islands pointing in the direction of the mainland. Bring your camera when visiting this secret location.

The area is far secluded and quiet. If you are planing to spend some time in this beautiful location you may bring a cooler with something to eat and drink.